CLIMATE EXPERT TIM FLANNERY TO SPEAK ON MARCH 19

Tim Flannery’s book, The Weather Makers: How Man is Changing the Climate and What It Means for Life on Earth, is widely acclaimed as the finest and clearest account of the science behind global warming. This renowned Australian scientist presents a powerful connection between climate change and human activity, as well as a plan for reversing the damage we “weather makers” are doing. He will be speaking on Monday, March 19 at 7:30 pm at the Wortham Center. Tickets start at $19 if bought in advance. Patron seats, which include a private reception with the speaker, preferred seating location, and an autographed book, are $110. The Progressive Forum sponsors the event. Purchase and print tickets online at The Progressive Forum’s website or call (832) 251-0706.Next’ week’s Update will include a review of The Weather Makers.